How much sun does Broad-lip Twayblade need?

Broad-lip Twayblade grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Broad-lip Twayblade bloom?

Broad-lip Twayblade blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Broad-lip Twayblade native?

Broad-lip Twayblade (Neottia convallarioides) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 14 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

Is Broad-lip Twayblade HOA-friendly?

Broad-lip Twayblade takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Broad-lip Twayblade

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Neottia convallarioides

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Broad-lip Twayblade (Neottia convallarioides) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part shade

Water

medium

Size

4"–12" H × 2"–6" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, ID and 14 more states

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Broad-lip twayblade is a small native orchid that grows 4-12 inches tall in shaded areas. This delicate perennial produces inconspicuous flowers from May through July and requires consistent moisture to thrive.

In an HOA neighborhood

Broad-lip Twayblade takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Extremely small and inconspicuous appearance
May go completely dormant and disappear seasonally
Looks more like a weed than intentional landscaping

Wildlife value

As a native orchid, this plant likely supports specialized pollinators, though specific pollinator relationships are not well documented.

Common questions

How much sun does Broad-lip Twayblade need?: Broad-lip Twayblade grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Broad-lip Twayblade bloom?: Broad-lip Twayblade blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Broad-lip Twayblade native?: Broad-lip Twayblade (Neottia convallarioides) is native to AZ, CA, CO, ID and 14 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
Is Broad-lip Twayblade HOA-friendly?: Broad-lip Twayblade takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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